Oxygen Liquid | Metro Welding Supply Corp.

ABOUT THIS PRODUCT

Oxygen Liquid Gas is a highly concentrated form of oxygen that has been cooled to extremely low temperatures, resulting in its transition from a gaseous to a liquid state. This process allows for a significant reduction in volume, making it easier and more practical to transport and store in specialized cylinders. Liquid oxygen is a vital component for respiratory therapy, a key resource for oxy-fuel welding, cutting, and brazing processes, and for combustion and oxidation reactions in chemical, pharmaceutical, and glass manufacturing.

10 KEY CHARACTERISTICS

1. High Purity: Oxygen Liquid Gas is produced through a rigorous distillation process, resulting in a product of exceptional purity, often exceeding 99.5%.
2. Low Temperature State: It is maintained in a liquid state by cooling oxygen to extremely low temperatures, typically below -313-450-9300 degrees Celsius 313-450-9300 degrees Fahrenheit).
3. High Density: Liquid oxygen is significantly denser than gaseous oxygen, allowing for more efficient storage and transportation.
4. Increased Storage Efficiency: Due to its condensed form, liquid oxygen allows for the storage of larger quantities in relatively small containers compared to gaseous oxygen.
5. Precise Dosage Control: It can be easily converted back into a gaseous state for controlled administration, making it indispensable in medical settings for precise oxygen delivery.
6. Longer Duration of Use: Liquid oxygen cylinders typically provide a longer duration of use compared to their gaseous counterparts, which is essential for uninterrupted applications.
7. Non-Flammable: Oxygen Liquid Gas itself is non-flammable, but it supports combustion in the presence of a combustible material.
8. Versatile Applications: Liquid oxygen is used in a wide range of applications, from medical therapies to aerospace propulsion and industrial processes.
9. Vital in Aerospace: It serves as a critical oxidizer in rocket propulsion systems for space exploration and in aircraft for combustion at high altitudes.
10. Enhanced Combustion: In industrial processes, it is employed to improve the efficiency of combustion reactions, facilitating processes such as welding and metal cutting.

10 COMMON USES

1. Respiratory Therapy: Liquid oxygen is used in medical settings to provide supplemental oxygen to patients with respiratory conditions or those undergoing surgical procedures.
2. Aircraft Breathing Systems: It's used in high-altitude aviation for providing oxygen to pilots and passengers.
3. Oxy-Fuel Welding: Liquid oxygen is used as an oxidizer in conjunction with a fuel gas for precision welding, cutting, and brazing processes.
4. Biological Treatment: In wastewater treatment plants, liquid oxygen is introduced to promote the growth of beneficial microorganisms that aid in the breakdown of organic pollutants.
5. Combustion and Oxidation Reactions: It's employed in various chemical and pharmaceutical processes to facilitate controlled combustion and oxidation reactions.
6. Glass Melting and Forming: Liquid oxygen is used as an oxidizer in glass furnaces to optimize combustion and achieve desired temperatures for glass production.
7. Carburizing and Nitriding: Oxygen Liquid Gas is used in heat-treating processes to enhance the surface properties of metals, such as hardness and wear resistance.
8. Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP): Liquid oxygen is used to create controlled atmospheres that extend the shelf life of packaged food products.
9. Cryopreservation: It's used in the preservation of biological materials like cells, tissues, and reproductive cells for long-term storage.
10. Breathing Gases: In certain specialized applications, liquid oxygen may be used as a source of breathing gas for divers or in hyperbaric chambers.